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PM urged to tackle overtourism
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/04/2024
» With opposition to overtourism rising in many countries, Thai tourism operators are urging the prime minister to seriously consider the nation's carrying capacity, while some have suggested collecting a 300-baht tourism tax in a bid to solve the problem.
‘Big Joke’ suspended from police force
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/04/2024
» The acting national police chief has suspended deputy chief Surachate Hakparn and four subordinates accused of involvement with an online gambling network, according to a source familiar with the case.
Phuket governor condemns New Zealand brothers
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/03/2024
» The Phuket governor condemned the New Zealand brothers who attacked a traffic policeman and stole his gun on Saturday, saying their serious violation of Thai law is completely unacceptable.
Sticker on truck sparks bribe investigation
Gary Boyle, Published on 10/11/2023
» A collapsed section of road in Bangkok was blamed on an overloaded lorry suspected of making illegal payments to officials because of a sticker on its windscreen.
Commuters face rail travel woes
Gary Boyle, Published on 20/01/2023
» The State Railway of Thailand made a big change in its 126-year history on Thursday when long-distance train services to the North, Northeast and South of the country moved from Hua Lamphong station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, formerly known as Bang Sue Grand Station, in Chatuchak district.
Points system for drivers begins
Gary Boyle, Published on 10/01/2023
» The Royal Thai Police (RTP) on Monday started a point system in a bid to improve driving discipline and road safety in the kingdom.
Man shot to death inside police station
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/12/2022
» A 27-year-old man is in custody after shooting another man to death inside a Bangkok police station during negotiations over an earlier traffic accident.
Driving licence point deductions to start Jan 9
Gary Boyle, Published on 02/12/2022
» A points deduction system for traffic violations will begin on Jan 9 next year, with the loss of all points resulting in a 90-day suspension of drivers’ licences.
Taxi fares to rise in Greater Bangkok
Gary Boyle, Published on 11/11/2022
» The Transport Ministry and taxi drivers have agreed on new fare rates for Bangkok and its vicinity that will see passengers paying about 7% more for a ride.
Speeding Lamborghini causes tollway pileup
Gary Boyle, Published on 07/11/2022
» A new Lamborghini driven by a Singaporean man caused a minor pileup on the Don Mueang Tollway on Saturday morning.